Good morning, Grand Junction.

On August 24, a flock of plastic flamingos landed at Community Hospital as part of the Junior Order Eagles’ fundraiser that benefits Charisma Chorus—Childhood Diabetes Prevention and Eagles Aerie 595.

The fundraiser will end on August 28 when the group leaves for a state eagles camping trip.

Networks Unlimited, a Grand Junction information technology provider, announced its expansion into Wyoming through its acquisition of 307 Tech Pros — a managed services company in Casper.

The company said it will grow its Wyoming team while keeping current employees to ensure local service continuity.

Christina Tuttle left her office job to launch Bravo Food Truck after a summer of working on trucks — her first event at the Fruita Fall Festival sparked her passion.

She now sells food at events like the Grand Junction Air Show — she said running a food truck is hard work and risky after breaking her leg last year while unhooking equipment, but she loves to bring people together.

Fire officials reported that lightning sparked 10 wildfires in the Grand Junction area on August 23 — most fires were held to less than ¼ acre with swift initial attack — and the Baxter Fire burned 5.5 acres 15 miles northwest of Mack.

Six weeks into the Turner Gulch fire, crews have reached 79% containment by bulldozing fuel breaks and dropping water to slow the nearly 32,000-acre blaze in the Uncompahgre National Forest.

Local officials and residents remain wary of the area’s radioactive past—tests of soil and air near abandoned uranium mines along Niche Road will continue.

Fire officials reported that 10 small wildfires sparked by lightning on August 23 were held to less than ¼ acre, though the Baxter Fire burned about 5.5 acres in rugged terrain 15 miles northwest of Mack — the Upper Colorado River Interagency Fire Management Unit responded quickly.

Today, a federal water conservation pilot program that pays users to cut back on water use remains stalled in the House as a dry summer increases pressure in the Colorado River Basin.

Rep. Joe Neguse said lawmakers hold the bill—stalling reauthorization until 2026—leaving local farmers uncertain about the program’s future.

Postmodern Jukebox Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — The Avalon Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience modern pop hits reimagined in classic styles like jazz and Motown with a talented ensemble.

Attack Attack! One Hit Wonder Tour

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Mesa Theater — Check venue for ticket info — Catch the electrifying performance by Attack Attack! along with Savage Hands and Versus Me.

Weird Al Yankovic Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Amphitheater at Las Colonias Park — $55.50 - $155.50 — Experience the comedic genius live with iconic hits and fan favorites during the Bigger & Weirder 2025 Tour.

Read Southall Live

7-9:30 p.m. — Mesa Theater — Admission cost TBD — Enjoy an evening of soulful melodies and bluesy guitar riffs from Austin's own Read Southall.

Live in the Grapevines Concert: Quemando

7-9 p.m. — Grande River Vineyards — Benefit concert — Experience the vibrant sounds of the Quemando Salsa Band in a beautiful vineyard setting.

Dinner Under the Moon

5-8:30 p.m. — Western Colorado Research Center - Orchard Mesa — Ticketed — Enjoy a delightful evening of food and performances supporting bilingual education under the stars.

Understanding ADCs in the Real World

6-8 p.m. — Colorado Mesa University Confluence Hall — Free entry — Explore the role of analog-to-digital converters in making sense of the analog world with live demonstrations.

Rebecca Folsom Duo Performance

7-9 p.m. — The Radio Room — Doors at 6:30 p.m. — Enjoy an evening of melodic tunes by the talented Rebecca Folsom Duo.

Grand Mesa Open Pickleball Tournament

Sep 12-14 — Lincoln Park — Registration required — Compete and play pickleball with local enthusiasts in a fun tournament setting.

Cavalcade's Monthly Variety Show

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Cavalcade — Check local listings — Experience phenomenal music and local poetry in a quirky, genuine variety show.